{"id":6207,"date":"2021-01-19T12:44:55","date_gmt":"2021-01-19T12:44:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/notsealed.com\/?p=6207"},"modified":"2023-08-09T11:03:31","modified_gmt":"2023-08-09T11:03:31","slug":"17-tips-how-to-fix-wireless-earbuds-not-charging-issues-fast","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/notsealed.com\/17-tips-how-to-fix-wireless-earbuds-not-charging-issues-fast.html","title":{"rendered":"17 Tips how to fix wireless earbuds not charging issues fast"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

I had problems with my Soundpeats Bluetooth wireless earbuds not charging the other day. The last thing I wanted to do was throw them out. After some research, I was able to fix them within 10 minutes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

So I thought I would share my finding and how I repaired them. This post applies to both Apple Airpods and the cheaper clone earbuds.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Right or left Airpod not charging fix<\/h2>\n\n\n
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If you have one Airpod not charging you could have an issue with the gold contacts. There could be lint or other dirt on the charging points. This applies to all brands of wireless earbuds.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A proven method to clean these contacts is to use a cotton tip dipped with a small amount of methylated spirits or isopropyl alcohol. Clean both the AirPod and the charging case contact pins.<\/p>\n\n\n

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Body oils and dirt on the gold contacts will cause a high resistance joint, This will prevent both or one of the Airpods from charging.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

One Airpod not charging usually points to a dirty or faulty charging pin. Be sure to inspect and clean them carefully. They are usually very robust but pocket dirt tends to get everywhere. Let’s face it teenagers are often dirty creatures.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The interesting thing is that often it’s the right earbud not charging. I have put it down to being right-handed and it’s the way I hold the earbud. As I insert it in my ears. My fingers tend to go over the charge contacts. Dirt and oil create an insulating barrier. Clean them regularly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

17 Tips on how to fix wireless earbuds not charging<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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  1. Try a different USB charging cable<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  2. Clean the earbud with isopropyl alcohol or methylated spirits.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  3. Clean the charge box contacts with methylated spirits and a cotton tip.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  4. Check that there are no loose micro USB contacts on the charge box.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  5. Use a different brand USB wall charger<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  6. Try the slower USB port from a computer. Try USB2 and USB 3 ports.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  7. Warm the Samsung earbuds up in winter to increase the battery voltage.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  8. Cool the earbuds if over 40’C<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  9. If using a PC turn off sleep and hibernation as these can stop the power going to the USB port.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  10. Replace the battery in the earbuds <\/li>\n\n\n\n
  11. Replace the battery in the charging case.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  12. Don’t use a USB hub or splitter.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  13. Clean the contacts of the charging cable on both USB and Micro USB ends.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  14. Use a USB cable shorter than 1m to reduce voltage drop.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  15. Make sure the wireless earbuds are turned off and not in a programming mode to be able to accept a charge.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  16. Hard reboot your wireless headphones to reset any faults.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  17. Update your wireless earbuds firmware to fix any compatibility issues.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

    Wireless Bluetooth headphones charging but not turning on<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    Often modern wireless Bluetooth headphones will not turn on while they are being charged in the cradle. This is to stop the battery drain while being charged up.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Some earbud manufacturers give you the option to manually turn on the earpiece while they are being charged. Just have a look at your manufacturer’s instructions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Most will automatically turn on once you remove them from the charging pod.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    You could always try a factory reset on the Bluetooth headphones. This usually fixes most power on issues.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Samsung earbuds not charging<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    If your Samsung earbuds are not charging then try cleaning the contacts first. This is the most common problem with Samsung earbuds. If that doesn’t fix the charging issues then follow the above tips on how to fix wireless earbuds not charging issues first before throwing them out.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Fake AirPods not charging<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    There is a whole range of fake AirPods on the market now. I actually like them as often they are 1\/4 the price of the real Apple AirPods.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Occasionally the fake AirPods won’t charge and will need some preventative maintenance. Try these simple fixes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n